Prairie City, IA is a small community with an estimated population of 1,824. It has a population density of 1,389 people per square mile compared to the US average of 93 people per square mile. It is known for its quaint downtown area with many local businesses such as the Prairie City Bakery, which offers delicious baked goods and coffee all year round. For outdoor activities, visitors can take advantage of nearby hiking trails or enjoy fishing in one of the several nearby lakes. There are also a few organizations that promote local culture including the Prairie City Historical Society and the Rotary Club. Sporting events such as the annual Iowa State Fair Rodeo often take place in town and attract visitors from all over the state.
The population in Prairie City is 1,824. There are 1,472 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Prairie City is 36.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Prairie City is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Prairie City
- 61.4% are married
- 14.1% are divorced
- 31.9% are married with children
- 14.8% have children, but are single
Race in Prairie City
- 97.1% are White
- 0.5% are Black
- 0.6% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander